Criminal Law Trainee Solicitor - Flexible & Benefits

Crown Prosecution Service; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A government legal agency in the UK is offering a two-year legal trainee scheme designed for aspiring solicitors. This program prepares trainees to become fully qualified solicitors with hands-on experience in various legal practices. Trainees benefit from a guaranteed permanent position as crown prosecutors upon successful completion. The role emphasizes support, growth, and opportunities for promotion within the criminal law field, alongside providing valuable benefits like flexible working, a competitive salary, and further learning support.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Competitive salary

Civil Service pension

25 days leave plus bank holidays

3 days paid volunteering leave

Individual learning budget

Wellbeing support

Cycle2work scheme

Qualifications

• Must have completed your Legal Practice Course or Solicitors Qualifying Examination before September 2027.
• Interest in criminal law is essential.

Responsibilities

• Gain experience in reviewing cases and preparing advice.
• Attend meetings with victims and witnesses.
• Work in specialist crime areas, including serious sexual offences.
• Prepare for promotion opportunities post-training.

Skills

Sound legal intellect

Clear verbal communication

Clear written communication

Education

Law degree

Graduate Diploma in Law

Solicitors Qualifying Examination

Legal Practice Course

Job description

A government legal agency in the UK is offering a two-year legal trainee scheme designed for aspiring solicitors. This program prepares trainees to become fully qualified solicitors with hands-on experience in various legal practices. Trainees benefit from a guaranteed permanent position as crown prosecutors upon successful completion. The role emphasizes support, growth, and opportunities for promotion within the criminal law field, alongside providing valuable benefits like flexible working, a competitive salary, and further learning support.